Production Operative

JDR Cable Systems


Date: 23 hours ago
City: Blyth
Contract type: Full time

Due to an internal promotion, and as JDR's exciting expansion into Blyth continues to gain momentum, we looking to recruit an additional Production Operative.


We are seeking an Operative with experience in our industry who can provide support us at our brand new, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility for the commissioning of our cutting-edge machinery. JDR Cable Systems can offer vast hands-on learning and development opportunities.


The main responsibilities of the role will include:


  • Safety First – promotes and adheres to the JDR safety rules and procedures.
  • Follows and supports JDR operating principles – core competencies.
  • Measure, grade and feed batches of raw materials into production machinery/process
  • Operate one or more of the following production line equipment: Wire Drawing; Stranding; Continuous Catenary Vulcanization; Screening; Sheathing; Vertical Layup Machine; Armorer; Taping and various ancillary equipment.
  • Monitor the production process and carry out basic testing and quality checks
  • Carry out cleaning and basic maintenance of work areas and the machines
  • Report equipment faults to maintenance staff
  • Operating hand-controlled or computer-controlled machines
  • Ensure parts are to the correct tolerances and meet customer and internal standards and specifications
  • Record how much raw material has been used during production and the quantity produced
  • Stack / store goods appropriately
  • Contribute to continuous improvement activities


The successful candidate(s) will have experience operating similar manufacturing machinery and be accustomed to working to production targets. The post-holder will have the ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions and work standards, possess an eye for detail and a practical, hands-on approach to problem solving. It is also very important to have a good understanding of customer deliverables and the impact of failure and the cost of poor quality.


Previous experience in Extrusion, and Armouring are particularly advantageous.


With an understanding of lean manufacturing and 5S (Sort, Set In Order, Shine, Standardise, Sustain) process, it is desirable that you hold an, IVQ Technician certificate, BTec first certificate or equivalent NVQ level 2 qualification.


Please note: JDR Cable Systems are managing the recruitment of these roles directly and are not using agencies at this time.

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